1 serving (130 grams) contains 140 calories, 6.0 grams of protein, 0.5 grams of fat, and 30.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
254.5 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1000.0 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 54.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| protein | 10.9 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90.9 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 727.3 mg | 15% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Baked beans are a hearty dish made primarily from white beans, typically navy beans, slow-cooked in a savory-sweet tomato-based sauce. Originating from Native American cooking methods and popularized in England and North America, they are now a staple in many cuisines around the world. Common ingredients include beans, tomato purée, sugar, vinegar, and various spices, with some recipes incorporating meat or molasses for added flavor. Packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients like iron and magnesium, baked beans can support digestion and promote satiety. However, commercially prepared varieties sometimes contain added sugars and sodium, which may be excessive for some diets. When choosing baked beans, look for lower-sodium and reduced-sugar options to maximize the nutritional benefits. Versatile in meals, baked beans are often enjoyed as a breakfast side, in casseroles, or atop toast in the classic British dish, "beans on toast."